Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sticky-wicket
Noun
/ˈstɪki ˈwɪkɪt/
Definition
A difficult or tricky situation, especially one that is hard to resolve.
Examples
- The negotiations hit a sticky wicket when both parties had conflicting demands.
- When the project fell behind schedule, we found ourselves in a sticky wicket with the client.
- The team’s performance put them in a sticky wicket during the championship game.
Meaning
The term ‘sticky-wicket’ is often used to describe a challenging circumstance or predicament that requires careful handling or negotiation.
Synonyms
- difficult situation
- predicament
- quandary
- tight spot
